Aviation welding deals with the inspection and repair of aircraft components. Engine mounts are one of the most crucial components that aviation welders need to take excellent care of. It depends on the capabilities of the aviation welding professional that the engine remains safely mounted.
What is an engine mount?
An engine mount is a structure made of chromalloy. The reason why this material is used is that it’s a lightweight and very durable metal. It makes sure that the engine remains safe in the mount, and it also does not add much to the aircraft’s weight.
An engine mount needs to be very strong because it doesn't only have to carry the weight of the aircraft’s engine but also has to face the stresses and pressures during a flight. Despite the strength of the material with which an engine mount is built, there is still a need to make sure that the mount remains at 100 percent strength.
Engine mounts face a battle every day.
Aircraft engine mounts face a hostile environment every day. The pressure, turmoils, vibration, and other harsh factors make engine mounts struggle to remain in good shape. The regular beating they get in every flight requires top-notch welding services to make sure they stay in perfect condition.
This needs a professional’s eye!
By looking at the engine mount, not anyone can assess whether it needs repair or not. It requires the eyes of a professional and thoroughly trained and experienced welder to make sure they do whatever is required.
Professional welding experts carefully look for the cracks, bends, and possible future problems, before it's too late. Only experienced staff can dig deep and look beyond the apparent condition and identify what’s wrong with the mount. It’s a highly demanding job, and only highly experienced and talented welders can make sure the engine remains firmly in its place.
How is the engine mount inspected?
The first thing to do while checking an engine’s mount is to remove the engine mount from its place. This is important for clear visibility and the ability to reach every corner and inch of the mount. It is crucial for identifying the areas that need repairs, if any.
When aviation welding experts and inspectors have their hands entirely on the engine mount, the next step is to identify the potential areas where there can be a defect. After identifying the spot, or spots, it’s essential to remove the paint and other deposits from the metal so that the bare area is visible and ready to be examined and repaired.
Then, it’s crucial to check for the tubular pieces in the structure for corrosion and pitting. The parts of the tubes which have pitting and voids more than ten percent of their overall thickness must be replaced to avoid any damage during the flights.
The next thing to look for is chafing and misalignment. Chafing is a typical type of wear and tear on the engine mounts because of the moving parts of the engine repeatedly rubbing with the mount. These parts are cables grazing against it, or wire harnesses and other metal parts that move. The components of the mount that show any signs of chafing must be replaced in time to avoid risks.
Last, but not the least, is to check the engine mount’s misalignment. As a result of tubes and other components replaced during the repair process, it may have resulted in differences in alignment and size. It may cause the engine mount not to fit perfectly with the aircraft again. In a case like this, the necessary steps should be taken by professionals to take the proper precautions.
About Acorn Welding
Acorn Welding makes sure your engine mount is repaired correctly, and it also fits in the right place as it was before, after all the cutting and welding done to it. The most highly professional and experienced aviation welding experts make sure your aircraft’s engine is mounted firmly. Visit our website acornwelding.com or contact us to get your aircraft inspected and repaired.
